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Extension offers a wealth of educational programs that help people make healthier, better-informed decisions and grow our economy. Programs cover a variety of areas from local foods and food safety to gardening and environmental efforts.

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Cover photo for Fall Self-Care Series

Fall Self-Care Series

As we begin to work back towards our normal fall routines of school and work, let us not forget …

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Seafood Cook Along

As the summer progresses do you find yourself craving more and more local seafood? But are you burnt out …

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Mental Health Pop-Up Series

May is Mental Health month and N.C. Cooperative Extension wants to help you take care of your mental health. …

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Herbs and Spices Cook Along

Are you ready to get back in the Extension Kitchen? Well, we are ready to welcome you back! Join …

2020 Report to the People

In 2020, COVID-19 presented many hurdles and changes to daily life, but something that did not change was the service …

Cover photo for 2021 Virtual Women’s Health Fair

2021 Virtual Women’s Health Fair

May 9–15 is National Women’s Health Week. N.C. Cooperative Extension in Pasquotank County is hosting a Virtual Women’s Health …

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6-Week Virtual Yoga Series

Would you like to relax, stretch, and win some cool prizes? Join us for our FREE 6-week virtual yoga …

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It’s Your Heart; Take Care of It!

Friday, February 5 is “National Wear Red Day” in support of Women’s Heart Health. Cardiovascular disease is the No. …

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Live Monthly Food Demos!

Do you love learning new recipes and cooking techniques? Would you like to try new vegetables and really enjoy …

Cover photo for 2020 Fall Cooking Class Series

2020 Fall Cooking Class Series

N.C. Cooperative Extension, Camden County Center is holding a live online fall cooking class. All classes will be hosted …

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Homegrown and Homemade Contest

Did you create, bake, grow, or preserve something awesome during quarantine? Show it off at our virtual Homegrown and …

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A Housing Safety Checklist for Older People

This checklist describes household conditions that can be hazardous to the elderly and recommends ways …

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Guide to Understanding and Addressing PFAS in our Communities

This FactSheet provides a guide to understanding and addressing PFAS in our communities, which may …

4/26/23
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4-H Chicken Donation: Embryology to Harvesting

This publication, part of the Farm to Food Bank Resource Guide, discusses 4-H projects that …

4/5/23Local Foods
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Master Gardener Volunteers and Community / Home Gardens

This publication, part of the Farm to Food Bank Resource Guide, discusses using community and …

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